KIPP San Jose Collegiate is a high school in San Jose, California, part of the KIPP chain. It is in the East Side Union High School District and was founded in 2008. KIPP San Jose Collegiate opened in August 2008.
Serving 501 students in grades 9-12, Kipp San Jose Collegiate ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kipp San Jose Collegiate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Kipp San Jose Collegiate's student population of 501 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Rankings
Kipp San Jose Collegiate ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kipp San Jose Collegiate is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2233 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
34%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kipp San Jose Collegiate's ranking?
Kipp San Jose Collegiate is ranked #2233 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kipp San Jose Collegiate?
The graduation rate of Kipp San Jose Collegiate is 90-94%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Kipp San Jose Collegiate?
501 students attend Kipp San Jose Collegiate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Kipp San Jose Collegiate students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kipp San Jose Collegiate?
Kipp San Jose Collegiate has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Kipp San Jose Collegiate offer ?
Kipp San Jose Collegiate offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kipp San Jose Collegiate part of?
Kipp San Jose Collegiate is part of KIPP San Jose Collegiate School District.
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